BlueOptics AC-SFP+-VKMM-5M-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable SFP+ 5m Male/Male

The BlueOptics AC-SFP+-VKMM-5M-BO InfiniBand fibre optic cable SFP+ 5m Male/Male is a 5-metre Active Optical Cable (AOC) with SFP+ connectors designed for short-range, high-speed data links. It uses multimode fibre with integrated transmitter and receiver modules at each end to support 10G data rates and to meet common SFP+ MSA physical and electrical interfaces. The cable is intended for use in data centre and high-performance computing environments where low-latency, reliable interconnects are required between switches, routers, storage systems or host adapters.

Advantages

This BlueOptics SFP+ AOC provides a fixed, plug-and-play SFP+ to SFP+ connection that removes the need for separate transceivers and fibre patch cords. Its multimode optical design with integrated Tx/Rx modules reduces signal conversion points and can simplify rack cabling. The 5 metre length offers a balance between reach and cable management inside racks and between adjacent equipment rows while supporting standardized 10G protocols such as Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet.

Suitable for

• Short-reach 10G links between switches and routers within a rack or between adjacent racks
• High-performance computing and InfiniBand interconnects where SFP+ ports are used
• Storage area networks and server-to-switch connections using SFP+ interfaces
• Environments requiring low-latency, direct SFP+ optical connections without separate transceivers

Key specifications

• Connector type: SFP+ to SFP+ (male/male form-factor for SFP+ ports)
• Length: 5 metres
• Optical type: multimode active optical cable with integrated Tx and Rx
• Supported data rate: up to 10 Gbit/s
• Suitable protocols: 10G Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) compatible
• Application: short-reach interconnects in data centres and HPC environments

How to use

Ensure both devices have SFP+ slots that support active optical cables and are powered off or in a safe state per your site procedures. Insert each SFP+ module end into the corresponding SFP+ port until the retention latch engages. Power on connected devices and verify link status in the device management interface. Use appropriate port configuration for 10G operation and confirm optical link diagnostics if available. For removal, follow device guidelines to release the retention latch and pull the module straight out to avoid stress on the fibre assembly.

Recommendations

Handle the cable by the connector housings; avoid bending the cable sharply or applying tension. Keep dust caps on unused ports and store the cable coiled with a gentle radius when not in use. Verify device compatibility with SFP+ AOCs and ensure firmware or platform support for third-party active cables where required.